1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2006 GMC Yukon is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,964 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Yukon (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 2006 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 GMC Yukon will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 GMC Yukon (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 2006 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | Fiat | GMC |
| Model | 500 | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 5964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2950 mm |
